CVE-2017-14202: The shell implementation does not protect against buffer overruns resulting in unpredictable behavior.
First published: Thu Aug 29 2019(Updated: )
Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer vulnerability in the shell component of Zephyr allows a serial or telnet connected user to cause a crash, possibly with arbitrary code execution. This issue affects: Zephyr shell versions prior to 1.14.0 on all.
Credit: vulnerabilities@zephyrproject.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zephyr Project Manager | <1.14.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2017-14202?
CVE-2017-14202 has been assessed with a high severity due to potential arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2017-14202?
To fix CVE-2017-14202, update to Zephyr shell version 1.14.0 or later.
What kind of systems are affected by CVE-2017-14202?
CVE-2017-14202 affects all versions of Zephyr shell prior to 1.14.0.
Can CVE-2017-14202 lead to remote code execution?
Yes, CVE-2017-14202 can potentially allow remote code execution through improper memory buffer handling.
What component of Zephyr is impacted by CVE-2017-14202?
CVE-2017-14202 specifically affects the shell component of the Zephyr project.
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